Public Events at the Library of Congress

The Library of Congress offers these events to the public at its Washington, D.C. location free of charge, except where otherwise noted. Schedules are subject to change. Check back to this site for the latest information. Individuals requiring accommodations for this event are requested to submit a request at least five business days in advance by contacting (202) 707-6362 or ADA@loc.gov.

Exhibition

August 15, 2013, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.The Library of Congress will celebrate musical art form with "A Night at the Opera," manuscript and printed scores, librettos, photographs, correspondence and set designs, dating from the late 18th century through the beginning of the 20th century.Location: LM 113 Performing Arts Reading Room, First floor, James Madison BuildingContact: (202) 707-1842

August 28, 2013, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m."A Day Like No Other: Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington" consists of 40 black-and-white images represent the cross-section of individuals who were at the historical event. Location: Jefferson Building, Ground floor, Thomas Jefferson BuildingContact: (202) 707-0052

August 8, 2013, Noon - 1 p.m.Elena Martinez of City Lore, a New York City-based cultural heritage and folklife nonprofit organization, presents "I'd Still Be Puerto Rican, Even if Born on the Moon: Documenting Puerto Rican Migration and Community through the Arts." Location: Pickford Theater, Third floor, James Madison BuildingContact: (202) 707-1743

LCPA Mystery Writers

August 9, 2013, Noon - 1 p.m.Author John DeDakis gives a talk on "From Journalist to Mystery Novelist (Or How I Learned to Start Making it Up)." Location: Pickford Theater, Third floor, James Madison BuildingContact: (202) 707-1221